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Geographic Location: Northern, Virginia 20105
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| Radiation Therapist |
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Job Code: 352
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The Radiation Therapist is responsible for but not limited to the following essential duties and responsibilities:
Must possess knowledge in radiation therapy technology.
Familiarity with medical care, anatomy, physiology, radiation therapy procedures and therapy equipment.
Familiarity with technique charts, routine and all therapy treatment methods, state-ofart simulators and linear accelerators.
Utilize collimator, equipment locks, mechanical tables, Kodak film, screen systems and possess knowledge of radiation protection standards, devices and techniques.
Experience delivering or supervising the delivery or supervising the delivery of intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) and/or single fraction Stereotactic Radio surgery treatments.
Perform Ultrasound localization of the prostate gland in the delivery of radiation therapy in the treatment of prostate cancer.
Independently performs radiation therapy procedures to patients of all ages upon referral.
Performs other clerical functions necessary to process patient records through the Radiation Oncology Service.
Develop film by automatic processors.
Facility Description:
ClearDay Healthcare Staffing (formerly XRAYZ 4U) is a temporary and direct hire, nationwide healthcare staffing firm, with a unique focus in Radiology, Oncology, and Cardiology. Founded by a RT in 2000, it has a proven track record of excellent customer satisfaction! Our key benefits include our staffing technology tools, flexibility, competitive rates, and top notch performance. We welcome the opportunity to provide solutions for all of your staffing requests.
Job Requirements:
Must possess a current American Registry of Radiologic Therapy certification.
Must possess a current card for certification in basic Cardiopulmonary resuscitation issued by the Red Cross.
Maintains professional competency involving clinical skills and knowledge so that they have accrued at least 12 continuing education units within the last year through participation in professional radiation therapy technology organizations
self-directed journal reading and attendance in service and continuing education program.
Must have completed a program of formal education as recommended by the Joint Review of Education in Radiological Technology that has been approved by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA). The program should be 24 months in length or equivalent.
Salary:
$40 - $45/hr
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Job Details |
Date Posted: 02/14/2012
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Position Type: Radiologic Technologist
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Job Status: Full Time
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Specialty Type: Radiologic |
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Employment Setting: Not Specified
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